White Dove vs Castlegate
White Dove (Benjamin Moore) and Castlegate (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. White Dove reads as beige-greige, while Castlegate reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 46-point LRV gap — 83 for White Dove vs 37 for Castlegate — means White Dove will open up a space more effectively. Where White Dove leans yellow, Castlegate reads neutral — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 27.1 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.
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White Dove vs Castlegate Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see White Dove on one side and Castlegate on the other.
Digital color is approximate. These simulations are generated from the manufacturer's hex values and overlaid on grayscale room photos — your screen's calibration, brightness, and viewing angle all affect how they render. Before committing to either color, test physical samples in your own space under the light you actually live with.
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